AMAZON 37
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37 ft |
| LWL | 33.5 ft |
| Beam | 12 ft |
| Draft | 5.5 ft |
| Displacement | 20,350 lb |
| Ballast | 7,000.4 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.8 kn |
About the AMAZON 37
Designed by Grahame Shannon and built by Amazon Yachts (CAN), the Amazon 37 is a rare, heavy-displacement cutter with only 17 hulls built in 1984. Its substantial 20350.0 lb displacement and 33.26 comfort ratio indicate a vessel engineered for stability and seakeeping rather than high-speed planing.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced coastal cruisers and bluewater adventurers who prioritize motion comfort and offshore safety over speed. Its cutter rig and heavy displacement make it particularly well-suited for single-handers or couples seeking a robust, stable passage-making platform.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a low capsize ratio of 1.76 and a high D/L ratio of 241.65, the Amazon 37 exhibits strong inherent stability and resistance to capsizing, making it highly suitable for offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Hallberg-Rassy 37 and the Tartan 37, as they share similar heavy-displacement characteristics and offshore-oriented hull forms from the same era. The Amazon 37's specific cutter rig and Grahame Shannon design also align it with other Shannon-designed vessels like the Bristol 39.1 in terms of layout philosophy.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the AMAZON 37, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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